If you’d like quick access to coolcose.com right from your iPhone’s Home Screen—but with more customisation than the standard Safari “Add to Home Screen” option—the Shortcuts app is the perfect solution. Whether you’re after a custom icon, automation, or just a sleeker look, here’s how to do it.
🛠 What You’ll Need
- An iPhone with iOS 14 or later
- The Shortcuts app (comes pre-installed)
- Access to coolcose.com via Safari or any browser
✅ Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Open the Shortcuts App
- Launch the Shortcuts app on your iPhone.
- Tap the + button in the top right corner to create a new shortcut.
Step 2: Add the “Open URL” Action
- In your new shortcut, tap Add Action.
- In the search bar, type Open URL and select it.
- In the URL field, enter:
https://coolcose.com
Step 3: Name Your Shortcut
- Tap the arrow next to the shortcut name (top centre).
- Choose Rename and enter something like “CoolCose”.
- Tap Done.
Step 4: Add to Home Screen
- Tap the Share icon (box with arrow pointing up).
- Select Add to Home Screen.
- Choose an icon and name:
- Name: Keep it short, e.g. “CoolCose”
- Icon: Tap the icon to select a photo or file, if you’d like to customise it.
- Tap Add in the top right.
That’s it! You’ll now see CoolCose on your Home Screen just like an app.
🔧 Optional: Custom Icon Tips
Want to go a step further?
- Create a square icon (1024×1024 pixels works well) using a free tool like Canva or Pixelcut.
- Save the image to your Photos.
- When editing the shortcut icon, select Choose Photo and pick your design.
🚀 Bonus: Make It Look Like a Real App
You can even match the colour theme of coolcose.com when designing your icon or wallpaper. Pair it with a minimalist label or leave the name blank for a sleek, icon-only Home Screen.
🧼 Final Thoughts
Using the Shortcuts app gives you more control than the default Safari method—letting you personalise how coolcose.com looks and behaves on your device. It’s a simple way to make your favourite site feel right at home.
Happy shortcutting!